silvrsvt Posted December 27, 2017 Share Posted December 27, 2017 http://www.gminsidenews.com/articles/mid-engine-corvette-gets-twin-turbo-dohc-v8-christmas/ I wonder if Ford is going to Ecoboost the 5L.... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpd80 Posted December 28, 2017 Share Posted December 28, 2017 I wonder how the gm fans will react to this, they're a funny lot when it comes to changing things and for the longest time they have been insisting that there will be two Corvettes, this one and a continuation of the classic front engined Corvette - I don't see that happening Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coupe3w Posted December 28, 2017 Share Posted December 28, 2017 I wonder how the gm fans will react to this, they're a funny lot when it comes to changing things and for the longest time they have been insisting that there will be two Corvettes, this one and a continuation of the classic front engined Corvette - I don't see that happening I think they will be just fine with it. What's it going to cost $150K compared to $450K for the GT? And the Vette will be faster. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzymoomoo Posted December 28, 2017 Share Posted December 28, 2017 And the Vette will be faster. *citation needed* 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
92merc Posted December 28, 2017 Share Posted December 28, 2017 Considering how much carbon fiber they put into the GT, I just don't see the mid engine Vette being faster. Bang for the buck, it'll be a good deal no doubt. But still not the same as the GT. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpd80 Posted December 29, 2017 Share Posted December 29, 2017 (edited) I think they will be just fine with it. What's it going to cost $150K compared to $450K for the GT? And the Vette will be faster. That's a big sticker shock compared to today's Corvette prices, nearly double or even triple the price. GM just assumes that its buyers will pay whatever price GM sets without understanding the connection those repeat buyers have with corvette. So maybe the starting price with basic Atmo V8 is closer to today's prices to at least keep some production volume at Bowling green Edited December 29, 2017 by jpd80 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbone Posted December 29, 2017 Share Posted December 29, 2017 Explain to me the reason for Chevy changing to this configuration. The Vette has never been mid engine to my knowledge, and has a ton of history. The current version really is quite a deal for the performance it brings. Why dont they just treat this new mid engine car as a halo car like the GT and call it something else. I think this new Vette wont sell as many compared to the old version if it has a significant jump in price. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmc523 Posted December 29, 2017 Share Posted December 29, 2017 Explain to me the reason for Chevy changing to this configuration. The Vette has never been mid engine to my knowledge, and has a ton of history. The current version really is quite a deal for the performance it brings. Why dont they just treat this new mid engine car as a halo car like the GT and call it something else. I think this new Vette wont sell as many compared to the old version if it has a significant jump in price. Aren't they keeping the regular Corvette as-is? While adding this mid-engine model? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpd80 Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 Explain to me the reason for Chevy changing to this configuration. . Ford GT and winning LeMans The Vette has never been mid engine to my knowledge, and has a ton of history. The current version really is quite a deal for the performance it brings. Why dont they just treat this new mid engine car as a halo car like the GT and call it something else. I think this new Vette wont sell as many compared to the old version if it has a significant jump in price Apparently Zora Arkus Duntov originally envisaged the Corvette as a Mid Engine Sports car. The Zora is often spoken of at the apex car for Chevrolet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpd80 Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 (edited) Aren't they keeping the regular Corvette as-is? While adding this mid-engine model? Now this is what I was told too but maybe GM is cashing in all of its chips on one mid engined Corvette while raising the bar on Camaro.... Some think that GM will develop two cars, I don't see them splitting development. Edited December 30, 2017 by jpd80 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IMSA-XJR9 Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 Ford GT and winning LeMans They (Corvettes) have won 8 times at LeMans since 1999. I don't think the main reason for the switch is because of the short run GT and more class wins at la Sarthe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 I do think the GT is part of the reason - not just on the track but also to be able to sell a higher priced vehicle ($200K+) to compete with Ferrari and Lamborghini and the Ford GT. That engine is nowhere near legal or LeMans. I think 4.0L is the limit for forced induction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msm859 Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 Aren't they keeping the regular Corvette as-is? While adding this mid-engine model? A birdie told me they are going to produce the new C8 ME along with the C7 for a time. They are also adding a new product - Cadillac sports car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sullynd Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 I always liked the XLR. Guy by me went from an XLR to an ELR. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpd80 Posted December 30, 2017 Share Posted December 30, 2017 (edited) They (Corvettes) have won 8 times at LeMans since 1999. I don't think the main reason for the switch is because of the short run GT and more class wins at la Sarthe. Behind the scenes, GM was madder than heck that Ford came in and "took" LeMans form them, that's why they are spending so much on this car........ Edited December 30, 2017 by jpd80 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grbeck Posted January 3, 2018 Share Posted January 3, 2018 (edited) I could see GM turning the Corvette into a "sub brand" within Chevrolet, offering both the "conventional" Corvette and a mid-engine model. Wait until the Corvette crossover hits the market... Edited January 3, 2018 by grbeck 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzymoomoo Posted January 3, 2018 Share Posted January 3, 2018 I could see GM turning the Corvette into a "sub brand" within Chevrolet, offering both the "conventional" Corvette and a mid-engine model. Wait until the Corvette crossover hits the market... Lamborghini is doing it so hell, why not? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted January 3, 2018 Share Posted January 3, 2018 Lamborghini is doing it so hell, why not? Lambo, Porsche, Jaguar - they're all doing it except Ferrari. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twintornados Posted January 3, 2018 Share Posted January 3, 2018 A birdie told me they are going to produce the new C8 ME along with the C7 for a time. They are also adding a new product - Cadillac sports car. . Because that worked so well before..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordtech1 Posted January 3, 2018 Share Posted January 3, 2018 . Because that worked so well before..... Allante, XLR. They just cant seem to have any of those cars catch on enough to stay alive. Of course Im not so sure of the expectations are of bean counters on a niche product. The XLR couldnt have been such a money Hogg compared to the Allante. Which never made any money for the company. I believe they tried to cheapen the costs in its last year by grabbing parts bin stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted January 3, 2018 Share Posted January 3, 2018 They either need to switch completely to MR or leave Corvette as is and make this a new supercar at $200K+ which would involve a lot of other changes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpd80 Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 A lot of the traditionalist Corvette buyers and enthusiasts really want nothing to do with the new Mid engined vehicle, they like what they like and want that vehicle to continue. Equally, a mid engined car would catapult the Corvette into the superstar status of the Ford GT and European exotics, it's a different car with different buyers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcartwright99 Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 Corvette buyers are getting older. Not many younger folks (under 50) buy the corvette. They will be keep the traditional front engine vette for at least 3 years while selling the mid engine vette. TBD on what happens then but I could see ditching the front engine model.The mid engine vette should be able to punch above it's weight, while getting rid of the stigma of a mid life crisis cars for middle class white guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbone Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 Corvette buyers are getting older. Not many younger folks (under 50) buy the corvette. They will be keep the traditional front engine vette for at least 3 years while selling the mid engine vette. TBD on what happens then but I could see ditching the front engine model.The mid engine vette should be able to punch above it's weight, while getting rid of the stigma of a mid life crisis cars for middle class white guys. Its a shame it has that stigma, because it is a very good car at a reasonable price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silvrsvt Posted January 4, 2018 Author Share Posted January 4, 2018 Corvette buyers are getting older. Not many younger folks (under 50) buy the corvette. They will be keep the traditional front engine vette for at least 3 years while selling the mid engine vette. TBD on what happens then but I could see ditching the front engine model.The mid engine vette should be able to punch above it's weight, while getting rid of the stigma of a mid life crisis cars for middle class white guys. Its had that stigma for the past 20-30 years...doesn't seem to hurt it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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